Activity Specialist

POSITION: Activity Specialist – Part-Time, School Year Only DEPARTMENT: Youth Services REPORTS TO: Program Director, Program Assistant Director SALARY: $21-$25 per hour (10 hours per week) DATES: September 2026-June 2027 SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday 3 pm- 6:00 pm *The schedule may be modified based on program needs. Open availability needed for school holiday breaks. This position is performance-based and is also contingent upon funding availability* JOB SUMMARY: As part of our Youth Services Department’s vision, all Youth Services Staff will assist in promoting growth, leadership, and positive self-image in all young people at all of our Grand Street Settlement sites. Our Activity Specialists will assist with the day-to-day operations of the program and ensure that youth are learning and developing hard skills. This position is based on youth interest; must maintain a minimum of 15 youth in a group.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma required; College Degree Preferred
• Must have 3+ years’ experience working in a specialized field
• Must have experience working with and devising curricula around specialization
• Ideal candidate has previous experience with classroom instruction and/or facilitating lessons in specialized fields
• Candidate must be very responsible; organized & demonstrate positive communication skills
• Ideal candidate is personable, energetic, & enthusiastic
• Candidate must complete the following: NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening; New York State Clearance
• Review Background Check; 3 Reference Checks; Physical w/ updated TB Test ( Fees may apply)
• Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with all students while remaining professional at all times and be
• able to motivate the students while setting an example in all areas, including timeliness, attendance,e and most
• importantly, professionalism
• If offered the position, must submit a $25 fee for NY State Clearance Review
• Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with all staff and participants while remaining professional at all
• times
• Must demonstrate timeliness, attendance, and most importantly, professionalism
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed oral or written instructions
• Ability to relate to officials, staff, and public in a courteous manner

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must complete 15 hours of training as per school- age child care requirements within the first three months of hire and attend two mandatory agency-wide Professional Development training
• Responsible for supervising all participants,s particularly during special activities
• Responsible for maintaining classroom space in an organized and clean fashion
• Responsible for maintaining a daily log of all incidents/ injuries
• Chaperone youth group during trips and other field activities
• Assist with all aspects of programming (i.e., followingthe organization'ss mission; supervising all youth, working collectively, and communicating with all staff)
• Administrative duties include: follow-up calls to parents
• Attend all required department/agency meetings and/or training
• Create lessons and curriculum around specialty.
• Implement and facilitate projects and recreational activities for the school year or summer camp.
• Take initiative to assist program participants and group leaders as seen fit
• Maintain program supplies and proper use of all.
• Help enforce all rules, regulations, and codes of conduct
• Other duties as assigned

Specialty areas The position can be focused on: Photography | Athletics | Dance | Culinary Arts | Journalism & Communication | Fine Arts & Creative Expression | STEM/Lego Robotics HOW TO APPLY:Please submit a resume and a thoughtful cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications for the position you are applying for. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references we can contact (at least one (1) should be a former supervisor). Please click the link below or use it in a search bar to apply online through our career center. https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=bfb233f9-2e2d-4a56-b58a-c4bfa4857b9e&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US No phone calls, please. Please be advised that job offers can only be made once your clearances come through!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)